Holiday experts have listed five mistakes that could land Brits in trouble at their favourite holiday destinations this summer
Expert are warning Brits of five common mistakes that could get land them trouble while on holiday. Whether it’s a quick city break or a fortnight all inclusive, the summer holiday season is officially upon us.
Whilst it’s exciting visiting another country, it’s also important Brits are aware of the different laws in each country they are visiting. Something that’s legal in the UK could lead to a hefty fine in another country.
This year, a number of popular holiday destinations have introduced new laws that will directly impact UK tourists, and new research, by Haypp, reveals that up to 80% of Brits are currently unaware of these changing laws. With this in mind, researchers have created a clear guide to navigating the tricky waters of European law this summer.
Urinating in the sea:
A northern city in Spain, The City of Vigo, introduced a ban on anyone urinating in the sea. If caught, the person would face a fine of up to £640. Even though the ban is in place it’s not clear how the authorities are monitoring it, you’re best to not risk it.
Vaping:
Vape laws are constantly changing, not just in the UK, but around the world. New research has revealed that 46% of vapers in the UK do not understand UK vaping laws, so they are probably not going to know any vaping laws abroad either.
Australia, Thailand, and Turkey are just some of the countries that have completely banned disposable vapes. If anyone is caught with a vape where it’s illegal, then they could be facing a fine of up to £2,000 or even worse, a prison sentence.
Buying fakes:
Whilst many holiday goers love to purchase the odd ‘fake’ handbag on the beach during the summer, this has been banned in some places. In an effort to remove unlicensed street sellers from the tourist strips, Spain has announced a €200 fine to any tourist caught buying from them.
The government has announced this in an attempt to reduce the sale of illegal items. So be careful next time you’re browsing any ‘fakes’ this summer.
Crossing the road:
The simple act of crossing the road could land Brits with hefty fines if they are travelling to Germany, Switzerland, Australia or the USA this summer. The act, also known as ‘jaywalking’, is put in place to reduce any accidents, and any tourists seen crossing the road in undesignated areas will be fined. Tourists in Australia could be looking at a fine of up to $2,200 if they’re caught.
Wearing swim gear:
Swimming attire should be left by the pool or beach side this summer. Whilst many Brits might think it’s ok to walk around in their bikini or swimming shorts, many popular holiday destinations, such as Spain, Italy and Croatia actually prohibit walking around in swimwear – with fines of up to €500 given to anyone seen in swimwear in public areas.